The Art of Politicks by James Bramston
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"The Art of Politicks" by James Bramston is a satirical poem written in 1729, during the early 18th century, an era characterized by the rise of political satire in England. This work is structured as a mock imitation of Horace's "Ars Poetica," exploring themes of political discourse and the nature of politicians. It critiques the art of politics, using humor and satire to reflect on the contemporary political climate and the conduct
of public figures. In "The Art of Politicks," Bramston adopts a tone that balances mock-heroics with keen observation, presenting a series of humorous maxims and advice aimed at aspiring politicians. The poem encompasses various aspects of political life, including the tensions between Whigs and Tories, the nature of electoral practices, and the role of public speech. Through witty depictions, such as comparing various politicians to historical figures and addressing the absurdities of parliamentary proceedings, Bramston provides a commentary on the intricacies and often comical failures of political ambition, ultimately lamenting the lack of integrity and clear ideals in politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bramston, James, 1694?-1744 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Kinsley, William, 1934- |
| LoC No. | 77621152 |
| Title | The Art of Politicks |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Paul Marshall, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1727-1760 -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40895 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 335 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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